Top 15 Highest-Paid Athletes In the World

Do you have a favorite athlete? If so, do you know how much money he or she makes?

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What follows is a list of the highest-paid athletes in the world – not only right now but of all time!

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1. Conor McGregor: MMA Fighter

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2. Lionel Messi: Soccer Player

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3. Cristiano Ronaldo: Soccer Player

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4. Dak Prescott: Football Quarterback

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5. LeBron James: Basketball Player

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Top 15 Highest-Paid Athletes In the World

Do you have a favorite athlete? If so, do you know how much money he or she makes?

What follows is a list of the highest-paid athletes in the world – not only right now but of all time!

1. Conor McGregor: MMA Fighter

2. Lionel Messi: Soccer Player

3. Cristiano Ronaldo: Soccer Player

This Manchester United footballer takes home a salary of $70 million combined with $50 million in endorsements, leaving him with a total net worth of $120 million. Cristiano Ronaldo’s net worth, however, totals over $500 million.

4. Dak Prescott: Football Quarterback

5. LeBron James: Basketball Player

LeBron signed a $153 million contract in 2018 with the Los Angeles Lakers. But, that isn’t the only source of his income. He has invested in multiple branches of Blaze Pizza and a production company over time.

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